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Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:58
One in 52 Blackpool children in care as poverty soars in north of England
The north of England faces a crisis in child welfare, with one in 52 children in Blackpool in care, highlighting the urgent need to address poverty-driven disparities. A report has revealed that nine in every thousand…
Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:56
Scottish church leaders rally against assisted suicide legislation
Scottish church leaders are opposing proposed assisted suicide legislation, citing moral concerns and the sanctity of life. They have urged MSPs to reject the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults bill, expressing worries about crossing moral…
Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:54
Headteacher who won high court prayers battle questions legal aid
The headteacher of Britain's 'strictest school', questioning the £150,000 legal aid received by a Muslim pupil to fight a prayer ban case, is concerned about potential further legal action. The High Court dismissed the student's claim…
Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:50
Germany / China: Scholz’s balancing act
German chancellor Olaf Scholz has tried to strike a delicate balance on a trip to China. He wanted to promote business ties but also to raise concerns over China's export surge to Europe and its support…
Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:44
Germany / Austria: three alleged Russian spies arrested
Two alleged spies, dual German-Russian nationals, have been arrested in Bavaria for suspected espionage related to sabotaging German military aid for Ukraine. The main suspect, Dieter S, is accused of various offences, including maintaining contact with…
Thursday, 18 April 2024 21:38
Middle East Christians: subdued Easter celebrations
This year’s Easter celebrations in the Middle East were subdued. In Gaza City, Christians who have found refuge in the Holy Family Church brought palm branches to the Palm Sunday service. One of their priests said…